The Public Prosecution Service of Canada (PPSC) is seeking a co-op student for the position of research and teaching librarian with the Library Services team. Please review the eligibility requirements for federal co-op students.

• Position type: Full-time
• Duration: 4 months, from January to April 2024, with possibility of extension
• Rate of pay: $24.50-28.57/hr  (Rate of pay will depend on level of education as well as any previous relevant experience to the position: Canada.ca – Student rates of pay)
• Location: Ottawa with a minimum of 2 days per week on site (hybrid work model) 

The PPSC Library is looking for an independent, innovative and tech-savvy library co-op student. If you would like to develop a broad range of skills and knowledge in library and information science this is the job for you. 

The Public Prosecution Service of Canada (PPSC) is a national organization that prosecutes federal offences. We offer career opportunities for prosecutors, paralegals, legal assistants, and a wide range of business professionals. Our organization consists of approximately 1000 employees in regional offices across the country.

In 2023, we updated our Mission and Values to reflect our commitment to Truth and Reconciliation as well as Equity and Inclusion. The PPSC acknowledges the realities faced by individuals subjected to systemic discrimination and the significant over-representation of racialized and Indigenous persons in the criminal justice system. The PPSC’s mission is to serve the public interest and help make Canada a safe and just society by conducting prosecutions in a manner that is equitable, objective and independent, while protecting the rights of every individual; and contributing to the change necessary to support a criminal justice system that is fair to all. 

To learn more about the PPSC visit: 

• Our Mission and Values
• Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility – Action Plan 2021-2024
• National Accessibility Plan 2022-2025
• The Public Prosecution Service of Canada (PPSC)’s Commitments on the Calls to Action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission and the Call to Action on Anti-Racism, Equity, and Inclusion in the Federal Public Service

Every PPSC employee has a role to play in creating a work environment where every person can bring their whole self to work and feel valued and empowered to contribute. Being informed and influenced by our diverse employees helps change the heart and conscience of the PPSC. As part of the larger PPSC Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (EDIA) governance structure, you can join one of five National Councils for Employees: Persons living with Disabilities, Racialized Persons, Black Persons, Indigenous Peoples, and 2SLGBTQIA+.

The Law Library Co-op position is located at PPSC’s headquarters at 160 Elgin Street, next to the Rideau Canal and the Rideau Shopping Centre. This location offers easy access to restaurants, fitness facilities, walking/running paths and parks. We are conveniently located close to public transit making it easy to commute from all points across the city. Library staff work 2-3 days in the office per week. Two days is required as a minimum. 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Completing reference and research requests from PPSC employees with an emphasis on utilizing electronic and web based resources. 
• Developing instructional materials, such as videos and guides on library services and resources using Camtasia and LibGuides software. 
• Working on various projects including communications and marketing, and knowledge management initiatives. 

Candidate requirements

• Must be enrolled in a full-time Master of Library and Information Science, or Master of Information Science co-op program at a Canadian university that has been validated through the Public Service Commission of Canada’s Post-Secondary CO-OP/Internship Program.
• Must meet the minimum age requirement to work in Ontario and must be returning to full-time studies in the next academic term or if you are in your final year of studies, you must have been previously employed under either the Federal Student Work Experience Program, the Co-op/Internship Program or the Research Affiliate Program.
• Knowledge of reference and research techniques and tools.
• Have strong level of computer skills and comfort with learning new platforms.
• Quick to learn, able to work both collaboratively and independently in a virtual environment.
• Have a good grasp of taxonomies and search strategies.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, including virtual presentation skills.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your CV and cover letter to Goldwynn Lewis at Goldwynn.Lewis@ppsc-sppc.gc.ca by October 20, 2023.